High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) describes any workout that alternates between intense bursts of activity and fixed periods of less-intense activity or even complete rest.
As an example; a good starter workout is to run as fast as you can for 1 minute and then walk for 2 minutes. Repeat this 3-minute interval five times for a 15-minute, fat-burning workout. It may sound too simple to be effective, but science suggests the workout style is worthwhile.
What are the benefits of HIIT?
- HIIT can burn lots of calories in a short amount of time
- Reduce heart rate and blood pressure
- Improves cardiovascular and metabolic health
- Greater muscle strength and endurance
Kickboxing
KickBoxing is a stand up combat sport based on kicking, punching, self defence and karate moves.
What are the benefits of KickBoxing?
- Helps reduce stress
- Boost confidence
- Improved coordination
- Burn lots of calories
- Energy booster
- Better posture
Pilates
Our pilates classes will benefit everyone regardless of age, race, size, gender or physical fitness. Pilates classes will include workouts and stretches that are slow and controlled with attention to proper breathing techniques in combination with a strong emphasis on the core.
Our mat-based pilate classes consist of a series of exercises designed to condition the deeper, supporting muscles of the body to improve mobility, stability, coordination and posture. These exercises are performed on the flooring using the body against gravity to create resistance training. Pilates is a whole body exercise that has numerous benefits, from improved flexibility to a stronger core to more defined and toned muscles.
Spin
Spinning is a form of indoor cycling, set to inspirational music which gives you a high energy cardio workout. Our Spinning classes are given by qualified instructors who will push you and vary the routine to ensure you get the most from your workout.
What are the benefits of Spinning?
- Produces endorphins which interact with your brain and trigger positive feelings
- A low impact exercise
- Increases your cardiovascular fitness
- Lean muscle definition in your legs and core
- Helps reduce stress
Yoga
Yoga is extremely beneficial for us all, both physically and mentally, our classes emphasises body awareness and focus, leading to a deeper connection with our body and mind resulting in a satisfying, healing workout which leaves you feeling stronger and free from pain. Exercises of yoga help improve flexibility, strength, balance, and endurance, while the breathing techniques increase breath control to help improve mental and emotional wellbeing.
Yoga has also been shown to help; relieve stress levels while also boosting mood, diminish insomnia, alleviate chronic back pain, improve posture, increase mobility, improve blood circulation, ease arthritis pain and the list goes on. So what are you waiting for, sign up now for our yoga classes to feel all these benefits and more for yourself.
Zumba®
Zumba® is based on the principle that a workout should be easy, fun, effective and healthy. Zumba® classes are a great feel happy workout that is ideal for both your mind and body. Zumba Dance! combines a fusion of Latin and International music – classic dance themes that merge together for dynamic, exciting, effective fitness! The MFB Zumba® class routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Zumba® classes at MFB exploit the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training.
- It’s fun. If you enjoy your exercise routine, the more likely you will to stick with it
- Great for weight loss
- Tones your entire body
- Boosts your heart health
- Helps you de-stress
- Improves coordination
- Produces endorphins which interact with your brain and trigger positive feelings